This photo captures Tony Gwynn in action at San Diego State University, where he excelled not only as a baseball player but also as a basketball standout. Gwynn’s time at SDSU laid the foundation for his Hall of Fame career, and today, the stadium at the university proudly bears his name. Known for his exceptional talent in both sports, Gwynn set assist records for the SDSU basketball team, all while honing the batting skills that would make him one of baseball’s greatest hitters.

In a rare achievement, Gwynn became the first and only person in history to be drafted by two different major sports leagues on the same day—selected by the San Diego Padres in Major League Baseball and the San Diego Clippers in the NBA. This photo is a testament to Gwynn’s remarkable athleticism and his deep connection to San Diego, where he made his mark both as an Aztec and a Padre.

This iconic image from his collegiate days at SDSU is a treasured piece of memorabilia, capturing the early years of a career that would forever change the game of baseball.

Dimensions:

19.5 x 17 x 2

At the time of its use or awarding, this item was not witnessed by a TRuEST™ authenticator. The provenance has been provided by the Tony Gwynn Estate, which is why it has received our Silver authentication.